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The New York Post may earn a commission or be compensated if you click or purchase using our links. Prices mentioned may vary. Taylor King’s Rise in Content Creation You might recognize Taylor King for her vibrant red-and-black checkered fashion, her loyalty to Indiana (go Hoosiers!), and her engaging Instagram polls, which have even evolved into a podcast named “TK’s Juicy Pod.” Known as “TK,” King boasts a following of nearly 120,000 subscribers and cleverly employs the word “forking,” exemplified by her description as a “forking good content creator.” At just 24, she shares, “My goal as a content creator…

Volvo Trucks has introduced new aerodynamic enhancements inspired by aerospace technology, with the goal of minimizing drag during long-haul trips, as well as decreasing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. These innovations represent the latest step in advancing Volvo Trucks’ aerodynamics, leveraging techniques already prevalent in aviation and motorsports. The Volvo FH Aero, which won the 2025 Green Truck Award, acted as a testing platform for these initiatives. Volvo states that this truck merges an efficient powertrain with a longer, streamlined cab design, leading to considerable fuel savings. Up to 7% Improvement in Fuel Efficiency The latest features consist of cab…

DOT Secretary’s Outreach to Trucking Industry Recently, DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg released a brief video featuring an interview with an owner-operator at the Port of Los Angeles, located in San Pedro, California. The interview, while engaging, seems somewhat outdated as it was filmed in January 2022, reflecting challenges the industry now faces. Highlighting the Trucking Industry In the video, Buttigieg emphasizes the need for greater public awareness of trucking. His polished presentation attempts to frame the profession as exciting and crucial, possibly aiming to attract younger individuals to address the persistent “driver shortage” that large fleets often mention. Context of…

In 2023, the trucking industry faced rising costs, notably due to increasing insurance premiums, even as accident rates fell.  According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) in its 2023 cost of trucking report released on June 18, truck insurance premiums increased by 12.5% year-over-year, reaching $0.099 per mile—following three years of stable rates during the pandemic.  Higher insurance costs are particularly burdensome for smaller carriers, as noted by Alex Leslie, a senior research associate at ATRI, in a discussion with Equipment Finance News.  Leslie explained, “Several factors contribute to this issue, including litigation costs, nuclear verdicts, and the overall…

Truck Driver Job Demand Soars Recent findings from hiring platform Indeed reveal that demand for truck driver positions has significantly increased this year. Surge in Truck Driver Positions There has been an impressive 83% rise in job opportunities for truck drivers during the first half of the year. Shortage of Truck Drivers in Ireland and the EU Indeed highlighted that the shortage of truck drivers in Ireland and the EU has gained attention, particularly due to backlogs of up to 10 weeks for those attempting to schedule their HGV driving exams. Growing Demand and Shortfall The combination of increasing demands…

Unhealthy Profession Did you know that truck driving ranks among the unhealthiest jobs in America? Issues like obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, minimal physical activity, and insufficient sleep are prevalent. A national survey found that 61% of long-haul truck drivers suffer from two or more of these health problems. Having spent nearly four years as a truck driver for Prime Inc., one of the largest trucking companies in the U.S., I can attest to this reality. Transition to a New Role Now, I’ve shifted careers to become the driver health and fitness coach at Prime. Additionally, I founded…

Fleet operators are taking advantage of attractive deals for high-mileage trucks due to restricted credit, economic unpredictability, and increasing new truck prices, resulting in a change in purchasing patterns. According to Equipment Finance News’ Inventory Index, the figure for used commercial vehicles fell to 56 in June, a drop of 19 points from May and 62 points lower than in April. This index, part of EFN’s new Inventory Insights dataset, tracks the monthly variations in truck stocks at dealerships compared to historical averages. Inventory Insights The data also indicates that trucks from the 2019 model year represent the largest segment…

The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström experienced intense snowfall that left him stranded for 20 hours on Sweden’s E22 motorway, which he described to The Local as the worst weather he has encountered in his 30-year career. Since the 1990s, Nordström has operated his own road freight business. He initially thought that the blocked traffic on the E22 would have been resolved when he began his journey on Wednesday. However, he, along with around 1,000 other drivers, found himself halted near Linderöd at approximately 1:45 p.m. The 58-year-old stated, “I assumed the police would have stopped the traffic and rerouted…

Fluid Truck Files for Bankruptcy and Makes Major Cuts In the wake of its board replacing sibling co-founders from their top positions, Fluid Truck has laid off 30% of its workforce, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and identified a prospective buyer, pending court approval, as indicated by bankruptcy records and insights from a former employee. Interim Financing Secured As of today, Fluid Truck has received interim approval for a $7 million loan aimed at keeping operations running and facilitating the restructuring and sale process until the end of this year. Mounting Losses and Legal Challenges The company’s bankruptcy filing in…

Changing the Face of Truck Driving Traditionally viewed as a male-dominated field, truck driving is undergoing a transformation, thanks in part to individuals like Pamela Williams. Williams, a truck driver and instructor at DSC Training Academy in Jackson, Mississippi, confidently asserts, “Guys, you better watch out, ’cause this right here is a women’s industry from now on.” Her statement is indicative of the growing number of women entering the profession, spurred by an increasing demand for drivers due to the transportation needs for various goods. The ongoing shortage of drivers is partially attributed to many men not returning to their…